Tuition
Empire State University helps military members, veterans, and their families pay for school. If you’re active-duty, a veteran, or moving to civilian life, we have financial aid to help you reach your goals. Find out more about our accredited online programs and help for veterans.
Maximize Your Veterans Benefits at SUNY Empire
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides tuition assistance based on your eligibility. If you qualify for Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) benefits, SUNY Empire automatically defers tuition payments once your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is received.
Need help determining your eligibility? Check out the Quick Guide to the Post-9/11 GI Bill®Active-Duty Tuition Assistance (TA) Programs
Service-Specific Guidelines
Each branch of service has its own set of TA requirements. Find your service-specific guidelines:
Contact your Education Services Officer (ESO) to determine your TA eligibility.
Receiving TA Benefits
Once you have determined your TA eligibility, reach out to our military outreach coordinator at military.programs@sunyempire.edu for assistance. They will provide you with a free Evaluated Education Plan which includes your previous college credits and credit earned through military service.
Mail your TA documents to kimberly.durant@sunyempire.edu or mail them to:
Student Accounts OfficeEmpire State University
111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: 800-847-3000 ext. 2285
Fax: 518-581-2782
"Top-Up" Assistance for Active-Duty Students
If TA doesn’t cover full tuition, the MGIB "Top-Up" Program can help. To use this option:
- Complete VA Form 22-1990 and select "Top-Up."
- Obtain a fully signed TA Authorization Voucher with "Top-Up" noted.
130 S. Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202
Phone: 800-827-1000
Fax: 716-857-3396
Additional Assistance
Flexible Payment Plans
Scholarships for Military-Affiliated Students
SUNY Empire & NYS offer additional aid opportunities for our military and veteran students.
- MERIT Scholarship for service members
- Additional grants and scholarships are available through the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC)
FAQ
- Apply for FAFSA and TAP at http://www.hesc.ny.gov.
- Scroll over the "Pay" Tab.
- Click on "Military" located under "Additional Information."
- Complete FAFSA application (federal code 010286).
- Complete TAP application (school code 0913).
If you have questions, contact Michael LaBrecque at Michael.LaBrecque@sunyempire.edu, 800 847-3000 ext 2343.
- File appropriate paperwork at http://www.gibill.va.gov/. Complete VA Form 22-1990 if using VA benefits for the first time. Or VA Form 22-1995 if you’ve used VA benefits previously.
- Fax or mail completed form to:
Office of the Registrar
Empire State University
2 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Fax: 518 580-0105
If you have questions, contact the Student Information Center at 800 847-3000 ext. 2285 or e-mail: Registrar'sOffice@sunyempire.edu
Get Started Today!
For assistance in using your military benefits, reach out to our Office of the Registrar at VCO@sunyempire.edu.
For TA and military credit evaluations, contact our Military Outreach Coordinators at military.programs@sunyempire.edu.
Follow us on Facebook for updates and military student resources!
